1979 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 124 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2741 mm |
